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Cecily D. Stokes Realtor

Cecily D. Stokes was born and raised in Northeast Ohio and moved to the South Bay in the spring of 2

04/11/2022

💰 Use Your Tax Refund to Achieve Your Homeownership Goals 💰

If you’re buying or selling a home this year, you’re likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that might include things like your down payment and closing costs. And for sellers, you’re probably working on a bit of spring cleaning and maintenance to spruce up your house before you list it.

Either way, any money you get back from your taxes can help you achieve your goals! The average CA resident tax refund is almost $3,000 this year. If you’re getting a refund this year, here are a few tips to help with your home purchase or sale:

FOR BUYERS:
• Growing your down payment fund
• Paying for your home inspection
• Saving for closing costs

FOR SELLERS:
•Making small updates
• Making repairs
• Buying your next home

Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR®️
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366
[email protected]

03/09/2022

Have you been thinking about purchasing a home? Do you have questions on where to get started?

Are you thinking of listing? Curious as to what your home is worth in todays market?

Comment or send me a message with any questions you have. I am always here to help!

03/03/2022

Getting sick of that long commute to work? Considering getting a remote job? You’re not alone! According to a study done by NAR, more than 40% of millennial home buyers say that reduced commute time and the costs involved is one of the main prerogatives when searching for their dream home.
I’m curious to know, what’s your main focus when it comes to finding your dream home?

02/26/2022

I saw this townhome listed by Charles Fisher DRE #01731424 with Re/Max Estate Properties today and am DYING to share it with you all!
📍 1050 Ardmore Ave, Hermosa Beach
4 bed | 4 bath | 2,600 sq ft | 2 car garage
Beautifully proportioned with exacting details throughout, enter the first-floor foyer with a custom entryway hall tree into the first spacious bedroom suite. Let the custom oak floors guide you upstairs into the sunlit living room with a brick fireplace, the 1st balcony and gourmet kitchen. The expansive and updated kitchen features honed quartz countertops, custom oak cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, an apron sink, recessed lighting and barstool seating. Entertain in the stately formal dining room adjacent to a separate family room with a 2nd fireplace, two balconies and a ¾ bathroom. The top floor highlights the generously large primary bedroom suite with a walk-in closet, dual sinks, a separate tub & shower along with treetop views from the bedroom deck. The hallway flows into two additional bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, a 5th balcony and laundry area with extra storage space. Additional details include no HOA dues and direct access to the oversized 2-car garage. OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND FROM 1PM-4PM! Let’s go take a look at this beauty in person 😍
Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366

02/21/2022

Is is time to start narrowing down which homes you want to see in person? YAY! This is one of the funniest (but hardest) part of your home search. Here are a few tips to help you out:
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First up, let’s talk about best practices for searching online. No doubt you know the sites (Realtor.com, Zillow, Redfin, Trulia), but how can you get the results you want?⁣
• Use the search filters but not too much. You don’t want to restrict your search so tightly that you only have a handful of homes to view. Keeping your wants vs. needs list in mind, expand your geographic search, and add 25-50K to your max price since homes often sell under asking.⁣
• If you find something that catches your eye, check out the Google street view. Online pictures can be deceiving so a virtual ‘walk down the street’ will give you a better sense of the house and surrounding area.⁣
• Don’t shy away from a home because it is “pending” or “under contract.” Pending contracts do fall through, so keep it on your list especially if it checks all your boxes.⁣
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After you’ve found a few homes you like, jot down the MLS number and address. Shoot the list to me and I will call the listing agents to gather pertinent info. At this point, it’s time to look at the calendar and find a chunk of time to tour the homes on your shortlist. Carve out more time than you think you’ll need since you don’t want to be rushed if you find a home that may be “the one.”⁣
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Have you been searching online for your next home? Find something you keep going back to? Send me a message and let's go have a look!⁣
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Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366

02/17/2022

Are you weighing your options and trying to decide between renting or buying this year? If so, consider that rents are climbing rapidly and are up almost 20 percent year-over-year.
If you’re ready to escape rising rents and look into homeownership as an option, DM me today!

Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366

02/14/2022

Happy Valentines Day! I hope you all are soaking up love from those in your life ❤️🏠

02/12/2022

There is still a lot of motivation for buyers and sellers in the market, and that’s not expected to change in the coming months!
With experts projecting a rise in inventory and mortgage rates remaining relatively low, both sides of the real estate transaction stand to benefit from making a move this year.
While today’s market might not be as crazy as it was a year ago, it’s still strong! Waiting until next year could mean losing out on a less competitive market and better affordability: the two biggest factors positively impacting buyers and sellers today.
Don’t wait - take advantage now! DM me and let’s get a solid plan in place to help you accomplish your real estate goals.
Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366

02/07/2022

Buying your home is one of the most exciting moments in your life. It can also be one of the most overwhelming! Here’s a few questions to keep in mind:
1️⃣ What’s my budget?
2️⃣ Can I afford them mortgage?
3️⃣ What are my downpayment options?
4️⃣ What areas am I interested in?
5️⃣ Will these areas be where I want to be in the next 5-10 years?
Remember- I am always available to answer any questions you may have about the home buying process. Together we can help prepare you and buy your first home - making it a stress free and fun process!

Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366

02/04/2022

✨ Move-In Ready in Golden Hills ✨
📍1704 Carlson Lane, Redondo Beach CA
2 🛏 | 1 🛁 | 904 sqft

Open Houses are being hosted THIS SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1PM-4PM. Contact me today and let’s go take a look at your future home together 🏠❤️

*Listing offered by Cari Corbalis DRE #00850678 & Brittney Austin DRE #01799654 with Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
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In front of this totally remodeled home is a charming brick patio surrounded by fresh landscaping, creating privacy and a perfect place to enjoy a sunny afternoon. Step through the striking front door with security keypad onto gorgeous white oak floors. The kitchen is anchored by a quartz-topped island that will seat 4 people comfortably for a casual meal. Custom cabinetry, stone backsplash, GE Café appliances, Bosch dishwasher, open shelving and designer pendants gleam in the open space. The adjacent family room has plenty of natural light and is a fresh, modern space perfect for any décor choice. Both bedrooms have a neutral palette, custom Elfa closet systems and share the gorgeous bathroom with marble hexagon flooring, Quartz counters and a shower/tub combo. On the way out to the deck is an extra flex space that is perfect for a small office area or reading nook. An oversized deck off the rear of the home looks out over surrounding tree-tops and the Palos Verdes hills. Down the stairs from the deck is a large rear yard with a grassy area, new horizontal wood fencing and freshly planted trees and shrubs. Under the home is a nice sized storage space where the washer and dryer is located. Currently, the owners are using a covered pad under the deck as an outdoor home gym- a bonus to get a nice breeze during a workout. Other nice details about this home are newer central heat and A/C, new doors and windows, new concrete driveway and a complete irrigation system in the front and rear yards. This gem of a home is located on a rarely seen flat street and a short distance to Jefferson Elementary.

02/03/2022

The groundhog may have predicted 6 more weeks of winter . . . but our real estate market is still HOT 🔥🔥
Start searching for your dream home today: https://cdstokes1.kw.com/

Cecily D. Stokes, REALTOR
DRE #02107836
Keller Williams - South Bay
424-390-6366
[email protected]

02/01/2022

The best thing in life are the people we love, the places we’ve been, and the memories we’ve made along the way!

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Torrance, CA
90505

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+14243906366

Website

https://cdstokes1.kw.com/

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